Accra Kotoka International Airport is situated 10km (6 miles) north of Accra city centre.

Airport code

ACC

Airport news

Accra Kotoka International Airport is undergoing a continuing programme of upgrades and improvements, including an expansion of the car parking facilities. The overall project is due for completion in 2015. There have been reports of long queues to exit the country, so departing passengers are advised to leave plenty of time to go through security.

Driving directions

From Accra city centre, head north along Independence Avenue and Liberation Road, following signs to the airport.

Car rental

Several car hire companies are represented at Accra Kotoka International Airport, with booths outside the arrivals hall. These include Avis and Europcar (chauffeur-driven cars only).

Public transport and taxis

Taxi: Taxis are the best way to get to Accra city centre and can be found at car park 2, close to the arrivals exit. A taxi from Accra Kotoka International Airport to Nkrumah Circle or Osu should costs around ¢33, but most don't have meters so make sure you agree a price before getting in. The journey time to central Accra is 25-55 minutes, depending on traffic.

Car parking

Around 1,000 spaces are available in 24-hour car parks at the airport.

Information and help desks

There is an airport information desk and a Ghana Tourist Information counter in the main arrivals area.

Airport Facilities

Money: A bureau de change and several ATMs are available at Accra Kotoka International Airport.Communications: There is a post office at Accra Kotoka International Airport. Wi-Fi internet access is available in the departures area. Card phones are located at several points throughout the terminal; cards are available from the post office and some shops.Food: There is a choice of restaurants both pre and post-security at Accra Kotoka International Airport and there is a bar airside.Shopping: There are a few shops at Accra Kotoka International Airport covering basic needs, as well as duty-free outlets.

Conference and business facilities

A business centre in the domestic flights area provides communications and secretarial services. The Aviance Akwaaba Lounge is available for the airline's first and business class passengers. The State Protocol Lounge is for use by senior government officials/diplomats and VIPs.

Disabled facilities at Accra Kotoka International Airport are limited. Contact the relevant airline for further information and wheelchair assistance.

Airport hotels

There are no on-site hotels at Accra Kotoka International Airport, but there are a number of accommodation options nearby. A hotel reservation desk is located in Arrivals.

Airport View HotelAirport View Hotel is close to Accra Kotoka International Airport and includes a restaurant, swimming pool and conference facilities among its facilities.Airport Junction, K.I.AOsu-Accra, GhanaTel: 03027 80341.Web: airportviewhotel.net

Holiday Inn Accra AirportHousing a business centre, a Ghanaian restaurant and a bar, Holiday Inn Accra Airport is a good mid-range option just 2km (1 mile) from Accra Kotoka International Airport. A courtesy shuttle operates from here to the terminals. Plot 19 & 20 Airport CityAccra, GhanaTel: 03027 40930.Web: www.ichotelsgroup.com

Airport West HotelThe 30 bedroom Airport West Hotel is approximately 1km (0.6 miles) from Accra Kotoka Airport. There is Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, a gymnasium, swimming pool and business centre with conference rooms. There is also a shuttle bus to the airport and an onsite restaurant.Airport West, 137 Airport ResidentialAccra, GhanaTel: 03027 67870.Web: www.airportwesthotel.com/